School spirit means more than just dressing up for spirit week or cheering at rallies; it’s about feeling connected to your school. But what does school spirit look like at our school today? It’s something students and staff are still figuring out as they try to bring more pride and energy to our school.
School spirit is improving at our school because ASB is putting more effort into creative and inclusive events, but participation is still limited since many students feel nervous or disconnected from school activities.
Right now, school spirit seems to be improving, but not as much as it could be. ASB has been more active and creative with events this year, according to student feedback. Sophomore Luis Reyna speaks on this topic.
“I think ASB has been doing very well in the events. They seem more creative than last year and I hope we have more unique events like the lifting battle in the future,” said Reyna.
He also shared why participation can still be low.
“What’s stopped me from joining school activities is that it seems like too much work and I wouldn’t have the nerves to be out in front of the whole school for events,” said Reyna.
We should care about school spirit because it helps make our school a better place to be. School spirit is important because that brings students together and encourages pride and enthusiasm in their school. It also helps students feel a sense of belonging and friendship, which is important because many students want to feel more connected.
Strong school spirit contributes to a positive and lively campus culture where students feel supported. Since ASB is working to create more creative and inclusive events, students can help improve the school environment by participating. Overall, school spirit matters because it helps everyone feel included and makes school a more enjoyable place for all.
Junior Edward Martinez, the head of materials in ASB, helps set up events and promote activities around campus. He believes spirit has been rising because ASB is putting in more effort.
“Our ASB is being really involved right now and doing the most we can with the limited time we have,” Martinez said.
Even with more events, getting students to participate is still tough. Fear of judgment stops many from trying new things, but Martinez encourages students to take part anyway.
“If you get embarrassed, it’s fine, you’ll always live tomorrow,” Martinez said.
Events like socials and assemblies usually get the most involvement because they’re relaxed and give students a chance to hang out. ASB also tries to make activities more inclusive by choosing games anyone can play and reaching out to students who seem left out.
School spirit matters because it helps build a positive environment where students feel connected and supported. Looking ahead, ASB hopes to add more small events and create more chances for students to join in. But Martinez says student participation is key.
“If you want fun activities, you have to engage in the ones we provide,” Martinez said.
Even though there’s still room to grow, students are hopeful that, with greater involvement and effort from the school community, school spirit will continue to rise.
